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    Tasbih Counter

    Digital dhikr counter for daily remembrance. Tap to count SubhanAllah, Alhamdulillah, Allahu Akbar and more, with presets, vibration feedback, and automatic saving.

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    A tasbih (سبحة) is used to count dhikr, repeated remembrance of Allah. Common phrases after prayer: SubhanAllah (33x), Alhamdulillah (33x), Allahu Akbar (34x), totalling 100.

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    Dhikr Preset

    سُبْحَانَ ٱللَّٰهِ

    Glory be to Allah

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    Dhikr counts and their sources

    Formula or method

    The presets follow the post-prayer dhikr described in authentic hadith: SubhanAllah 33 times, Alhamdulillah 33 times and Allahu Akbar 34 times, totalling 100. The counter keeps your tally only; counts and totals are stored in your browser.

    Basis and assumptions

    • The 33-33-34 sequence is taken from the hadith of Ka'b ibn 'Ujrah in Sahih Muslim 596. The related hadith of Abu Hurairah in Sahih Muslim 597 gives each phrase 33 times, completed to 100 with the tahlil, and carries the foam-of-the-sea forgiveness.
    • Other presets (La ilaha illallah, Astaghfirullah) use the counts commonly recommended in the hadith literature.
    • Your current count, preset and lifetime total are saved in your browser's local storage; nothing is sent to a server.

    Key handling decisions

    • The counting method is treated as a personal aid: scholars across the schools hold that the sincerity of the dhikr matters, not whether you use beads, fingers or a digital counter.
    • The closing tahlil, which completes the hundred in the 33-33-33 narration of Abu Hurairah (Sahih Muslim 597), is explained in the education content but not added to the count automatically.

    What this tool does not decide

    • Which adhkar are obligatory rather than recommended, or the counts for supererogatory practice, which a qualified scholar can advise on.
    • The wording or authenticity grading of narrations beyond those cited; refer to the hadith collections or a teacher.

    Sources

    • Sahih Muslim 596, hadith of Ka'b ibn 'Ujrah (33-33-34 after every prescribed prayer)
    • Sahih Muslim 597, hadith of Abu Hurairah (33-33-33 completed to 100 with the tahlil; foam-of-the-sea forgiveness)
    • Sahih Bukhari 843 (post-prayer tasbih, each phrase 33 times)
    • Qur'an 13:28, Surah Ar-Ra'd (remembrance brings rest to the heart)

    Last checked: 2026-06-10

    What Is Tasbih and Why Does It Matter?

    Tasbih is the Islamic practice of repeating short phrases that glorify Allah. Think of it as a spiritual reset button, a few minutes of focused repetition that pulls your attention away from the noise of daily life and centres it on something greater. The Quran describes it directly: "Verily, in the remembrance of Allah do hearts find rest" (Surah Ar-Ra'd 13:28).

    The practice is rooted in prophetic tradition. After every obligatory prayer, Muslims are encouraged to recite SubhanAllah 33 times, Alhamdulillah 33 times, and Allahu Akbar 34 times, a total of 100 phrases. This specific formula comes from the hadith of Ka'b ibn 'Ujrah in Sahih Muslim (596), which promises that those who keep to it after every prescribed prayer will never be disappointed. Related narrations in Sahih Muslim (597) and Sahih Bukhari (843) describe the same post-prayer tasbih with each phrase recited 33 times.

    Traditionally, Muslims use a misbaha (prayer beads), a string of 33 or 99 beads, to keep count. But scholars across all schools of thought agree that the counting method isn't what matters. What matters is the sincerity and presence of heart. Whether you use beads, your fingers, or a digital counter like this one, the spiritual benefit comes from the dhikr itself, not the tool you use to track it.

    The Post-Prayer Dhikr Sequence

    The most common tasbih sequence follows a simple pattern that you can complete in about two minutes. Here's what each phrase means and why it's significant:

    SubhanAllah · 33 times

    Glory be to Allah

    Declaring Allah's perfection, that He is free from any deficiency or imperfection.

    سُبْحَانَ ٱللَّٰهِ

    Alhamdulillah · 33 times

    Praise be to Allah

    Expressing gratitude, acknowledging that all blessings and good things come from Allah.

    ٱلْحَمْدُ لِلَّٰهِ

    Allahu Akbar · 34 times

    Allah is the Greatest

    Affirming Allah's supreme greatness, that nothing in creation compares to Him.

    ٱللَّٰهُ أَكْبَرُ

    In another authentic narration (Sahih Muslim 597), each phrase is recited 33 times and the hundred is completed by saying once: "La ilaha illallah wahdahu la sharika lah, lahul mulku wa lahul hamdu wa huwa ala kulli shay'in qadir". That narration promises that sins will be forgiven even if they are as abundant as the foam of the sea.

    Beyond the Basics: Other Recommended Dhikr

    The 33-33-34 formula is just the starting point. Islamic tradition is rich with other phrases recommended for regular repetition:

    DhikrArabicWhenRecommended Count
    Astaghfirullahأَسْتَغْفِرُ ٱللَّٰهَAnytime, especially after sin100/day
    La hawla wa la quwwata illa billahلَا حَوْلَ وَلَا قُوَّةَ إِلَّا بِٱللَّٰهِWhen overwhelmedUnlimited
    SubhanAllahi wa bihamdihiسُبْحَانَ ٱللَّٰهِ وَبِحَمْدِهِMorning and evening100/day
    Salawat on the Prophetٱللَّٰهُمَّ صَلِّ عَلَىٰ مُحَمَّدٍEspecially on Friday100+ on Friday
    La ilaha illallahلَا إِلَٰهَ إِلَّا ٱللَّٰهُThe best dhikr100/day

    How to use this tool

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    Choose a dhikr preset or set a custom target

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    Tap the counter button for each repetition

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    Your count saves automatically between sessions

    Common uses

    • Post-prayer dhikr (33-33-34 cycle)
    • Morning and evening adhkar
    • Counting specific dhikr targets (100, 1000)
    • Keeping track during Ramadan worship
    • Replacing physical prayer beads when travelling

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    Frequently Asked Questions

    What is tasbih?
    Tasbih (also spelled tasbeeh) is the Islamic practice of glorifying Allah through repetitive phrases. The word comes from the Arabic root s-b-h, meaning to glorify. It's one of the most common forms of dhikr (remembrance of Allah) practiced by Muslims worldwide after every prayer and throughout the day.
    What is the standard dhikr after prayer?
    The most widely practised post-prayer dhikr is: SubhanAllah (Glory be to Allah) 33 times, Alhamdulillah (Praise be to Allah) 33 times, and Allahu Akbar (Allah is the Greatest) 34 times, totalling 100. This is based on authentic hadith narrated in Sahih Muslim and Sahih Bukhari.
    What hadith supports the 33-33-34 count?
    The 33-33-34 count comes from the hadith of Ka'b ibn 'Ujrah, in which the Prophet (peace be upon him) taught 'Glory be to Allah' 33 times, 'Praise be to Allah' 33 times and 'Allah is most Great' 34 times after every prescribed prayer (Sahih Muslim 596). The well-known forgiveness reward, sins wiped away 'even if these are as abundant as the foam of the sea', belongs to a separate narration from Abu Hurairah (Sahih Muslim 597), in which each phrase is said 33 times and the hundred is completed with the tahlil: La ilaha illallah wahdahu la sharika lah, lahul mulku wa lahul hamdu wa huwa ala kulli shay'in qadir.
    What is a misbaha or sibha?
    A misbaha (also called sibha or tasbih beads) is a string of prayer beads used by Muslims to keep count during dhikr. Traditional misbahas have 33 or 99 beads. This digital counter serves the same purpose, helping you keep accurate count without physical beads.
    Can I do tasbih without prayer beads?
    Yes. Many scholars consider counting on your fingers preferable, based on hadith where the Prophet (peace be upon him) encouraged counting on the right hand. A digital counter like this one is simply a modern aid, what matters is the sincerity of your remembrance, not the counting method.
    What other dhikr phrases can I count?
    Common dhikr phrases include: La ilaha illallah (There is no god but Allah), Astaghfirullah (I seek forgiveness from Allah), La hawla wa la quwwata illa billah (There is no power or might except with Allah), and Salawat upon the Prophet. Some are recommended 100, 1000, or more times.
    When should I do tasbih?
    Tasbih can be done at any time, but it's especially recommended: after the five daily prayers, in the morning (after Fajr) and evening (after Asr), before sleep, during idle moments, and during the last third of the night. There's no wrong time for remembrance of Allah.
    What are the benefits of dhikr in Islam?
    The Quran states: 'Verily, in the remembrance of Allah do hearts find rest' (13:28). Hadith literature describes numerous spiritual benefits: forgiveness of sins, elevation in rank, protection from evil, tranquillity of the heart, and closeness to Allah. Regular dhikr is considered one of the easiest yet most rewarding acts of worship.
    Is my count saved between sessions?
    Yes. Your current count, selected preset, and total lifetime count are all saved in your browser's local storage. They persist between sessions unless you clear your browser data. No data is sent to any server, everything stays on your device.
    What does SubhanAllah mean?
    SubhanAllah (سُبْحَانَ ٱللَّٰهِ) means 'Glory be to Allah' or 'Allah is free from imperfection.' It's an expression of awe at Allah's perfection and a declaration that He is beyond any deficiency. It's one of the most beloved phrases to Allah according to hadith.

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